How to Roll Paint on Kitchen Cabinets
One way to update the look of your kitchen is to simply paint the cabinets. Whether recently remodeled your kitchen or you just want something new and updated, painting the cabinets is simple and cost effective way to squeeze more life out of your current setup. Purchasing new cabinets can cost several thousand dollars; you can achieve the same look for just the cost of paint and supplies and a little hard work. This guide will show you an effective and straightforward way to paint your existing kitchen cabinets. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Screwdriver
- Fine sandpaper
- 2 paintbrushes
- 2 paint rollers
- 2 rolling trays
- Enamel primer (enough for two coats)
- Enamel paint (enough for one or two coats)
- Painter's tape
- Painter's drop cloth
- Sponge
Instructions
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Instructions
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Remove the hardware from the cabinet doors (knobs, handles, and decorative pieces). Simply use an appropriately sized screwdriver to remove these pieces.
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Set the hardware aside. A good idea is to place the hardware in individual cups or bags so as not to get the pieces mixed up.
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Place the painter's tape on the walls around the cabinet. The tape should be placed directly beside the edge of the cabinets.
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Spread the painter's drop cloth on the floor around the cabinets. Additional clothes may be needed to cover counters, sinks and appliances.
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Remove the cabinet doors from the cabinets. The method of doing this will vary depending on the cabinet setup. In general, you will need to use a screwdriver to unscrew the hinges on which the door hangs.
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Sand any exposed wood. Use the fine sandpaper and lightly sand the wood.
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Clean the cabinets using warm water and a sponge.
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Pour the primer into the rolling tray.
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Apply primer to the cabinets. Larger areas, such as the cabinet doors, can be covered using a roller. Roll the roller through the primer in the rolling tray and glide it over the surface of the cabinet. Use a brush for the smaller areas, such as the thin side of the door and the areas near the painter's tape. Allow the primer to completely dry before applying the second coat (about 1 hour, depending on the brand of primer used).
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Pour the paint into the second rolling tray.
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Apply paint to the cabinets using the same method described for the primer.
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Determine whether or not a second coat of paint is necessary. Allow the first coat to dry. If there are any areas where the primer is showing through, you should add a second coat. If the paint looks thick and even, you do not need a second coat.
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Reattach the cabinet doors to the cabinets by reconnecting the hinges.
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Replace the cabinet hardware.
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Tips & Warnings
When painting, always move with the grain of the wood. In most cases, this means painting in a vertical manner, not allowing the brush or roller to move horizontally.
Make sure the room is well ventilated by opening windows or doors.
To avoid chipping the new paint, wait approximately two weeks before cleaning the cabinets again.
